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Forestry

Associate in Science

The program provides a broad general experience in the arts and science to develop an individual with a well-rounded education, and a core of basic courses which furnish the student with a perspective of the scientific and professional area of forestry, natural resources, fisheries and wildlife.

The pre-forestry, resource conservation and wildlife management program at Bakersfield College should conform to the recommended program as prescribed by the school to which the student wishes to transfer.

Students planning to go to work after completing a two-year degree should complete the Associate in Science degree. Career opportunities include forestry, fishing industries and wildlife management.

To Achieve the Associate in Science

Upon completion of the following courses with at least a ‘C’ grade in each course, the student will be awarded a Forestry Associate in Science.

To Transfer Coursework

A minimum of 31 semester units in the major with a grade of ‘C’ or better while maintaining a minimum grade point average of at least 2.0 in all California State University transferable coursework.

Total Units: 34

**The courses and unit values on this page are representative of the typical values and courses required by this program. They are taken from the most current catalog, and therefore may not be accurate for the degree or certificate requirements for some students, depending on your year of catalog rights. Please refer to your appropriate catalog or see a counselor for accurate degree requirements.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion, the student will:

demonstrate managerial and leadership abilities in agriculture classes for employment that will enhance opportunities and success in the agriculture industry in the 21st century.